Canon M50 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS

In this article, we are matching up the Canon M50 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and WG-5 GPS (16MP) and the M50 (APS-C) and WG-5 GPS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The M50 was revealed 3 years later than the WG-5 GPS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M50 matches up versus the WG-5 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Ricoh WG-5 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M50 Gallery and Ricoh WG-5 GPS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon M50 provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-5 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 65mm x 32mm (4.9" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Canon M50 vs Ricoh WG-5 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the M50 versus the WG-5 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and WG-5 GPS is 79 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and WG-5 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M50 having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon M50 will show more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern M50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.